Everyone hopes to go to college for free or close to free. Scholarships are the answer! But how do I go about dealing with the nuances of scholarships? Here, I try to help by sharing what allowed me (and both of my siblings!) to go to college on a full-ride, with additional scholarships that paid…
Professional Woman: What to Wear
Disclaimer: It is a shame that topics like these are sometimes considered as a social taboo. On this blog, I hope to act like a...
How to Approach a Physics Problem (for beginners)
Ask yourself: 1. What type of problem is it? What type of physics? By "type of problem" I mean e.g. projectile motion, relative motion, balancing...
General Tips for Solving Physics Problems (for Beginners)
Use Units Ironically, I learned this from my high school chemistry teacher, who was a big stickler on units, but using them consistently and knowing...
What Should You Be Thinking When You Approach an Introductory Physics Problem?
During my introductory physics classes, I find myself asking my students this question a lot. I realize that the answer isn't always evident, and created...
Choosing a Roommate
Choosing a roommate can be very daunting, and involves putting yourself out there (you will probably face rejection, but that's more than okay, as I...
Applying to Undergraduate
College Applications I applied to college in 2016 for the Fall 2017 semester, but I also had the chance to observe my brother applying to...
Saying Goodbye to a New Home
That’s a wrap, folks. I’m back stateside and even had a few days to spend with my family in Germany before flying back to be...